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A courtyard with a gravel path, potted plants, and a stone statue.

A traditional Japanese building with a patterned exterior, a large window, and a well-lit entrance.

A cozy living room with a low ceiling, patterned wallpaper, and a wooden ceiling beam. There is a sofa with patterned cushions, a coffee table, and a lamp.

A bedroom with a window, a bedside table with a lamp, a bed, and a shelf with various items.

1. HanokHanok

0.6 km from National Museum of Korean Contemporary History

Kenneth

AU$138

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

An indoor cafe with wicker furniture, large windows, and potted plants.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a window with a view of buildings and trees, and a wooden panel on one wall.

A sculpture in a lobby with glass doors and a visible exit sign.

An indoor seating area with tables and chairs, a glass wall with artwork, and a view of the street outside.

2. The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.6 km from National Museum of Korean Contemporary History

Paul

AU$204

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A modern dining area with a round table, chairs, and a view of traditional architecture.

A spacious indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, large windows, and modern architecture.

A modern hotel with a curved facade, multiple floors, and a prominent entrance with a covered area.

A grand entrance with a floral archway and a central aisle leading to a stage.

3. The Westin Josun Seoul

Sogong-dong, 1.1 km from National Museum of Korean Contemporary History

SEUNG YEON

AU$761

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a check-in counter, seating area, and decorative vases.

A modern interior with a dining area, a wooden cabinet, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

A modern lounge with large windows, yellow sofas, and round tables.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a view of the city skyline.

4. NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 0.6 km from National Museum of Korean Contemporary History

Sung Min

AU$205

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A luxurious lobby with marble flooring, a grand chandelier, and a central bar area.

A formal event space with a long table, chandeliers, and floral decorations.

A poolside area with modern lounge chairs and a view of illuminated city buildings at night.

5. THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL - 더그랜드롯데 서울

Myeong-dong, 1 km from National Museum of Korean Contemporary History

Mahajabin

AU$735

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a counter with a plant.

6. STAY OHANA

Insa-dong, 0.8 km from National Museum of Korean Contemporary History

Vittoria

AU$139

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A snow-covered roof with a stack of cylindrical objects, possibly barrels, and a brick wall in the background.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a gas stove, a toaster, and dish drying racks.

A wooden dining table with a plate of sliced bread and a kettle.

A gated entrance to a building with a red door, a brick wall, and potted plants.

7. Hans House

0.6 km from National Museum of Korean Contemporary History

Mikwi

AU$144

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

The exterior of the Amid Hotel in Seoul, featuring a modern facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, a round table with a plant, and a sofa.

A cozy living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a decorative plant.

A hotel room with two beds, grey headboards, and a large window with curtains.

8. AMID HOTEL SEOUL

Insa-dong, 0.7 km from National Museum of Korean Contemporary History

Dwight

AU$171

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A rooftop lounge with outdoor seating, including round wicker sofas and umbrellas, surrounded by greenery and city views.

A modern reception area with a reception desk, a digital screen, and a seating area with red chairs.

A restaurant with long wooden tables and black chairs, large windows, and hanging light bulbs.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weightlifting equipment.

9. Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

Myeong-dong, 0.8 km from National Museum of Korean Contemporary History

Cameron

AU$189

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A modern building with large windows, a wooden facade, and a visible entrance.

A modern restaurant with white chairs and tables, large windows, and a visible kitchen area.

A hotel sign with the name "SUNBEE HOTEL" and Korean characters.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a wooden bench, and a traditional decorative screen.

10. Hotel Sunbee Insadong

Insa-dong, 0.7 km from National Museum of Korean Contemporary History

Diana

AU$270

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A wooden structure with a traditional design, possibly a gazebo or pavilion, with a view of a garden and a building with a tiled roof in the background.

A wooden pergola structure with a view of a garden and trees.

A hallway with wooden flooring and walls, leading to a door with a sign that says "Take off your shoes and experience hanok."

A traditional Japanese-style interior with wooden beams and tatami flooring, a tatami mat room with a low table and chairs, and a view of a garden with bamboo and a stone wall.

11. Hanok Hotel DAAM

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 1.1 km from National Museum of Korean Contemporary History

Isabella

AU$158

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A table with a vase of flowers and a glass of iced tea.

A hotel room with a bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and curtains on the windows.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, a refrigerator, and a potted plant.

A snow-covered outdoor area with a Christmas tree, benches, and potted plants.

12. Hotel Tradiup by the Designers

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 1 km from National Museum of Korean Contemporary History

LaQuita

AU$210

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A high-rise hotel with multiple floors, illuminated windows, and a prominent signage at the top.

A modern living room with a sofa, red chairs, a dining table, and a flat-screen TV.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, and a large island with a sink.

A gym with cardio machines, weightlifting equipment, and dumbbells.

13. Orakai Insadong Suites

Insa-dong, 0.9 km from National Museum of Korean Contemporary History

Cressida

AU$380

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, and a window with curtains.

A narrow alleyway with a closed storefront on the left, a tiled walkway, and a building with a brick wall on the right.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden dining table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A modern hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a view of the hallway leading to the kitchen.

14. Urbanstay Boutique Ikseon

1.1 km from National Museum of Korean Contemporary History

Ye Kai

AU$155

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A modern hotel corridor with numbered doors, a carpeted floor, and recessed lighting.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV mounted on the wall, a mirror, and a small table with a kettle.

A modern hotel corridor with a marble wall, potted plants, and an elevator.

15. Stayz437 Jongno

Insa-dong, 0.8 km from National Museum of Korean Contemporary History

Isadora

AU$77

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area, and a city view.

A modern bathroom with a marble wall, a bench with colorful cushions, and multiple sinks with unique bowls.

A modern hotel reception area with a reception desk, a bench, and a glass partition.

A hallway with a wooden floor and walls, a sign indicating room number 2, and shelves with various items on the left side.

16. N285 Hotel Insadong

Insa-dong, 0.9 km from National Museum of Korean Contemporary History

MASAYA

AU$145

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A modern kitchen with a large window, built-in cabinets, and a countertop with various appliances.

A hotel room with two beds, a dining table with chairs, a TV, and a plant.

A modern living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a kitchen area in the background.

A modern office space with a long green conference table, multiple chairs, a small round table, and a potted plant.

17. GLOCALOCA

Sogong-dong, 0.8 km from National Museum of Korean Contemporary History

Brian

AU$132

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A modern building with a neon sign reading "mosy" and a colorful mural on the facade.

A modern bar area with a high bar counter, multiple seating options, and a city view through large windows.

A modern hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a sofa with decorative pillows, a black coffee table, and a bed with a headboard.

An outdoor seating area with wooden flooring, green chairs, and tables, surrounded by plants and a city view at dusk.

18. Moxy Seoul Insadong

Jongno-1.2.3.4 ga-dong, 1.1 km from National Museum of Korean Contemporary History

"We loved the hotel and the Insadong area was the best for local bbq restaurants and small shops. Bed and shower very comfortable. The breakfast buffet was the best. We looked forward to breakfast every morning. Lots of varieties of food. We also liked that the hotel offered a free welcome drink. The terrace had good views of city. There is a train station right in front of hotel. We would stay here again in a heartbeat."

Damaris

AU$242

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A hot spring bath with a mountain mural, wooden beams, and a clock.

A corridor with a stone wall, wooden slats, and a sign reading "Express".

A hotel bathroom with a long vanity, multiple mirrors, and a bench.

A stone waterfall feature in a bathroom with wooden tiled walls.

19. Dormyinn EXPRESS SEOUL Insadong

Insa-dong, 0.9 km from National Museum of Korean Contemporary History

Le Ha

AU$199

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A modern hotel building with a prominent sign reading "KOREANA HOTEL".

A modern building with a restaurant on the ground floor, featuring large awnings and outdoor seating.

A gym with treadmills, weight machines, and a variety of exercise equipment.

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area, and a display case with items.

20. Koreana Hotel

Myeong-dong, 0.6 km from National Museum of Korean Contemporary History

Toichi

AU$181

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to National Museum of Korean Contemporary History

Property	Property class	Guest rating
HanokHanok	10.0 Exceptional 21 reviews	View
The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong	9.4 Exceptional 1,076 reviews	View
The Westin Josun Seoul	9.6 Exceptional 1,025 reviews	View
NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG	9.2 Wonderful 2,014 reviews	View
THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL - 더그랜드롯데 서울	9.4 Exceptional 2,255 reviews	View

Top National Museum of Korean Contemporary History Hotel Reviews

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

10/10 Excellent

"The location was perfect and they do have extra accommodation for tourists"

The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong

8/10 Good

"Very clean and well maintained, Staff were very kind and helpful. For duble bed, my room was a little too small for two people. Chairs were without any lumbar support,so it will be hard for seniors to sit for a while in room. My USB charging loutlets were not working and lighting switches were very confusingly designed. Otherwise, I am so happy I booked this hotel."

Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic location, friendly and helpful staff, and everything was clean and well maintained. I had a great stay and would definitely return!"

Koreana Hotel

8/10 Good

"룸에침대와이불벼개 등은 더할나위 없이 편안하고 포근해서 좋아요 또한 교통의편리함은최고예요"

THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL (Formerly: Lotte Hotel Seoul)

10/10 Excellent

"We had an incredible stay! The breakfast was amazing, the service was excellent, and our room was beautiful, comfortable, and very clean. The staff made the entire experience feel welcoming and luxurious. This was my first trip to Asia, and staying here made the experience even more special. I would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend it, especially if you’re looking for a luxury experience."

Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay! I forgot my jacket, came back and got it (maybe a sign that I should come back). Great staff! Good hotel! Feels like a home! This is my second stay here!"

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

10/10 Excellent

"Very convenient location. Minutes walk to 3 separate train lines, Airport bus, and public bus. Big spacious room. Amenities are good. Washing machine + Samsung air dresser. Toilet has japanese bidet."

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

10/10 Excellent

"Would return"

Step Inn Myeongdong 1

10/10 Excellent

"good hotel"

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A nighttime cityscape with a prominent statue in the center, surrounded by modern buildings and a wide, open plaza.

Gwanghwamun Square

8.8/10 (36 reviews)

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A traditional Chinese building with a multi-tiered roof and illuminated interior at dusk.

Sejong Cultural Center

9.0/10 (21 reviews)

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A traditional Korean palace with a multi-tiered roof, stone pathways, and a mountainous backdrop.

Gwanghwamun

8.8/10 (1,917 reviews)

Sense the magnetism of this place with its dynamic feeling of being at the heart of the country. This important area is historic as well as contemporary.

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A statue in a square surrounded by modern buildings.

Statue of Admiral Yi Sun Shin

Central to this city is a statue of a man radiating a feeling of strength and power. Look up at this figure representing one of Korea’s biggest heroes.

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A traditional Korean building with a curved roof and tiled eaves, surrounded by autumn-colored trees.

National Palace Museum of Korea

You can study the exhibits at National Palace Museum of Korea, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

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Sejong Gallery

You can browse the exhibits at Sejong Gallery, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

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Dongwha Duty Free Shop

During your trip to Seoul, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Dongwha Duty Free Shop. While in this culturally rich area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around National Museum of Korean Contemporary History?

National Museum of Korean Contemporary History is located in a family-friendly area of Seoul known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 364 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to National Museum of Korean Contemporary History?

Adjacent to National Museum of Korean Contemporary History, Shilla Stay Gwanghwamun Myungdong is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a health club. Other good options close by include Hotel Gracery Seoul and THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL - 더그랜드롯데 서울.

How many hotels will I be able to find near National Museum of Korean Contemporary History?

Expedia has 364 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from National Museum of Korean Contemporary History.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near National Museum of Korean Contemporary History, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near National Museum of Korean Contemporary History.

What can I see and do near National Museum of Korean Contemporary History?

Study the collections at Alive Museum Insadong, Seoul Museum of Art or Seodaemun Prison History Museum. Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and Gwanghwamun are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. You can catch a show at Myeongdong Nanta Theatre, Myeongdong Theater and Chongdong Theater.

How can I get to National Museum of Korean Contemporary History?

You can take advantage of metro transport at Gwanghwamun Station, Jonggak Station and Gyeongbokgung Station. If you'd like to explore around the surrounding area, you may want a car rental for your journey.

Top Hotels Near National Museum of Korean Contemporary History in Seoul from AU$77

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Our top choices for National Museum of Korean Contemporary History hotels

1. HanokHanok

2. The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong

3. The Westin Josun Seoul

4. NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

5. THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL - 더그랜드롯데 서울

6. STAY OHANA

7. Hans House

8. AMID HOTEL SEOUL

9. Hotel Midcity Myeongdong

10. Hotel Sunbee Insadong

11. Hanok Hotel DAAM

12. Hotel Tradiup by the Designers

13. Orakai Insadong Suites

14. Urbanstay Boutique Ikseon

15. Stayz437 Jongno

16. N285 Hotel Insadong

17. GLOCALOCA

18. Moxy Seoul Insadong

19. Dormyinn EXPRESS SEOUL Insadong

20. Koreana Hotel

Compare popular hotels close to National Museum of Korean Contemporary History

Top National Museum of Korean Contemporary History Hotel Reviews

NINE TREE BY PARNAS SEOUL INSADONG

The Prima Hotel Jongno Insadong

Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong

Koreana Hotel

THE GRAND LOTTE SEOUL (Formerly: Lotte Hotel Seoul)

Shilla Stay Seodaemun Seoul Station

HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG

ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun

Step Inn Myeongdong 1

Other attractions near National Museum of Korean Contemporary History

Statue of Sejong the Great

Gwanghwamun Square

Sejong Cultural Center

Gwanghwamun

Statue of Admiral Yi Sun Shin

National Palace Museum of Korea

Sejong Gallery

Dongwha Duty Free Shop

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